Understanding the Dynamics of a Difficult Co-Parenting Relationship Co-parenting with an ex who is uncooperative, controlling, or emotionally reactive can feel like a second full-time job. You’re trying to raise emotionally healthy children while navigating power struggles, differing values, and unresolved hurt from the relationship. Many single parents silently carry guilt, frustration, and exhaustion, wondering…

Why Estate Planning Matters So Much for Single Parents If you’re raising children on your own, estate planning and life insurance aren’t “nice to have later” tasks. They’re core parenting responsibilities, right up there with providing a safe home and emotional stability. As a single parent, you are often the primary or only decision-maker and…

Planning for retirement can feel abstract when you are a single parent living on a tight budget and juggling school runs, medical appointments, and late-night emails. Yet, retirement is not just a distant milestone; it is directly connected to your current stability and your children’s future security. When you put your own long-term financial oxygen…

Teaching children about money is never just about math. It’s about values, choices, and the way we see ourselves in the world. When you’re raising kids on your own, money is often front and center: the tight months, the unexpected bills, the small victories when you finally pay something off. That lived reality can actually…

Separation and divorce are life earthquakes. As an adult, you may see the fault lines clearly: unmet needs, broken trust, long-standing conflicts. For your child, though, it often just feels like the ground is suddenly shaking beneath their feet. How you talk about what’s happening can either amplify that fear or give them a sense…

Why Healthy Co-Parenting Boundaries Matter Co-parenting with an ex is rarely simple. Even when the separation was calm and respectful, sharing parenting responsibilities with someone you no longer share a life with can stir up old emotions, resentments, and misunderstandings. Yet for your child, the goal is clear: they need stability, safety, and the freedom…

Rediscovering Yourself Before Dating Again Becoming a single parent is often accompanied by immense emotional and personal transition. Before even considering dating again, it’s important to take the time to reconnect with yourself. This period allows you to heal, find your new rhythm, and redefine what you’re looking for in a future partner—not just for…

Understanding the Role of Friendship in a Child’s Development Friendship is more than playdates and shared toys — it’s a cornerstone of emotional and social development in every child’s life. Healthy friendships help children build confidence, learn empathy, and develop communication skills. For single parents, guiding a child through the complexities of friendship can carry…

Why Building a Support System is Essential Being a single parent can sometimes feel like you’re navigating a never-ending obstacle course. From juggling work and childcare to managing finances, the challenges can be daunting. That’s why building a strong support system is crucial. But where do you start? And why is it so important? A…

Hello, lovely readers! Liza Woodbeck here, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s close to my heart: maintaining a work-life balance as a single parent. We all know it isn’t easy, and finding that sweet spot between professional success and family happiness can feel like an impossible juggling act. But don’t worry, I’ve got…